What Are Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis? The diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis DTaP vaccine protects against: Diphtheria : a serious infection of the throat that can block the airway and cause severe breathing problems Tetanus lockjaw : a nerve disease that can happen at any age, caused by toxin-producing bacteria contaminating a wound Pertussis whooping cough : a respiratory illness with cold-like symptoms that lead to severe coughing the "whooping" sound happens when a child breathes in deeply after a severe coughing fit.
Serious complications can affect children under 1 year old, and those younger than 6 months old are especially at risk. Teens and adults with a lasting cough might have pertussis and not realize it, and could pass it to vulnerable infants. DTaP Immunization Schedule DTaP immunizations are given as a series of 5 injections at ages: 2 months 4 months 6 months 15—18 months 4—6 years A vaccine called Tdap the booster shot should be given at ages 11 to 12, and to older teens and adults who haven't yet had a booster with pertussis coverage.
Possible Risks of DTaP Immunization The vaccine can cause mild side effects: fever ; mild crankiness; tiredness; loss of appetite; and tenderness, redness, or swelling in the area where the shot was given. When to Delay or Avoid DTaP Immunization Simple colds or other minor illnesses should not prevent immunization, but your doctor might choose to reschedule the vaccine if your child has a more serious illness.
Caring for Your Child After DTaP Immunization Your child may have a fever, soreness, and some swelling and redness in the area where the shot was given.
When Should I Call the Doctor? DTaP may be given at the same time as other vaccines. Talk with your health care provider. Risks of a vaccine reaction. Soreness or swelling where the shot was given, fever, fussiness, feeling tired, loss of appetite, and vomiting sometimes happen after DTaP vaccination.
Rarely, vaccination is followed by swelling of the entire arm or leg, especially in older children when they receive their fourth or fifth dose.
What if there is a serious problem? For other signs that concern you, call your health care provider. How can I learn more?
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